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The World Bank has raised a significant alarm, listing Nigeria among 39 economies globally where conflict and instability are intensifying poverty and hunger. The comprehensive report assesses the plight of these nations in the post-COVID-19 era, highlighting how they are falling behind on key development goals.
  • Nigeria is listed among 39 economies facing worsening poverty due to conflict.
  • The report highlights 21 of these countries are in active conflict.
  • Per capita GDP in these economies has shrunk by an average of 1.8% since 2020.
  • The World Bank projects that by 2030, nearly 60% of the world's extreme poor will live in conflict-afflicted countries.
  • The bank's chief economist noted that over 70% of those suffering from conflict and instability are in Africa.
What Lingers, Lives On

This news reveals a painful truth: while the world's attention shifts, chronic instability creates deep-seated misery. It forces us to confront the reality that conflicts, no matter where they are, don’t just happen—they leave a lasting legacy of poverty and despair.

Sources: TheCable